Financial Literacy Instructor ()

As a Financial Literacy Instructor, you will work directly with students to introduce real-world money concepts such as saving, budgeting, investing, credit, and goal setting.

About 8 Cents in a Jar, Inc

8 Cents in a Jar is a cornerstone of financial stability in Central Florida, guiding students within the ALICE population and families living at or below 200% of the federal poverty line. Since 2016, this nonprofit has steered students aged 8 to 28 toward economic mobility through targeted financial education. Our mission is to enlighten youth from under-resourced communities with financial life skills and resources to prevent poverty and rise to a higher economic position.We nurture fiscal responsibility and self-reliance through meticulously designed educational initiatives, integrating personal finance, financial social work, and community wealth-building. This approach helps students heal from financial traumas, make informed financial decisions, and contribute to the local economy.The impact is evident in the tangible progress of our students, who have collectively saved substantial amounts and are moving closer to a positive net worth. In a region marked by financial disparities, 8 Cents in a Jar offers students a chance to break free from generational poverty and forge a future filled with economic opportunities.


Description

At 8 Cents in a Jar, we believe financial literacy is a gateway to economic mobility. Money knowledge builds confidence, opportunity, and the ability to make informed choices.

As a Financial Literacy Instructor, you will lead engaging lessons that introduce students to foundational financial concepts and help them connect money decisions to real-life experiences. Through discussion, interactive activities, and practical examples, you will help students understand how financial knowledge shapes their futures. Instruction will take place in person within the Greater Orlando area, facilitating student learning sessions on Tuesdays (4 PM - 6 PM), Wednesdays, and Thursdays (4 PM - 6 PM).

If teaching real-life money skills energizes your soul, you'll love to:

• Become deeply familiar with the mission of 8 Cents in a Jar and believe financial education is a tool for breaking cycles of poverty.
• Facilitate engaging, interactive lessons focused on saving, budgeting, spending, investing, and financial decision-making.
• Use real-world examples and discussion to help students understand how financial systems affect their lives.
• Create a safe, structured, and encouraging learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions about money.
• Encourage students to think critically about financial choices and long-term goals.
• Reinforce financial confidence through hands-on activities and problem-solving exercises.
• Track attendance, participation, and student engagement using provided tools.
• Communicate clearly with program staff and caregivers when needed.
• Participate in training sessions, team meetings, and instructional reflection opportunities.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy, and cultural awareness when working with students from under-resourced communities.
• Balance structure and flexibility when facilitating student discussions about money and decision-making.
• Manage classroom energy with confidence and encouragement.
• Follow lesson plans while adapting delivery to meet student needs.

Our Must-Haves Include

• Experience teaching, tutoring, or facilitating youth programs.
• Knowledge of basic personal finance concepts (saving, budgeting, credit, investing).
• Experience working with youth from ALICE households or economically marginalized communities preferred.
• Ability to manage a structured classroom environment with active student participation.
• Reliable transportation within Central Florida for in-person instruction.
• Availability during scheduled program hours.
• Completion of required background screening.
• Respect for the lived experiences, cultures, and environments of the students we serve.

Salary


$22 - $28 per hour